We camped here for Memorial Day weekend and had a great time! After another friend recommended this…read morecampground we decided to book a stay. They have all different type of site options from full hookup with concrete pads to electric only grassy sites to camp sites with horse friendly tie areas. I would guess there are over 500 sites here. Plus they have very nice cabins to rent. There is a marina for those that want to dock seasonally and a boat ramp for those that just want to put their boat in for the day. No extra cost if camping for the weekend. You can also kayak or rent kayaks and pontoons from the marina part. The welcome center has a naturalist area with educational animals and other interactive exhibits where kids can see and ask questions. During summer months they also have all kinds of activities for families from naturalist led hikes, movie nights, and educational programs. The beach area is a good size for everyone to play. You can pay extra to go on the wibits- water course. They have food vendors and bathrooms close by. Most of the facilities like shower houses and playgrounds are newer and well maintained. Since it is such a large campground I highly recommend bringing bikes or a golf cart (you will want to call ahead to make sure yours is inspected for operation in the park). Also lots of ranger patrols for safety but still freedom to enjoy your weekend.

Well the animals that I work with had a day on the lake at Pleasant Hill Lake…read more It's a good hour and a half from I71 and 480 so be forewarned...Plan accordingly... And there is an admission charge if you can believe it... The chalet on the hill has a small store in it but since it's on state land there are no potent potables so again...Plan accordingly...Pack everything you want BEFORE you head out because there isn't much in that neck of the woods either...There is a Marathon that does have needs but not a great selection so...Plan accordingly... There is a beach that consists of "sand" that is what is washed up from the bottom and is pretty much just gravel mixed with dirt... Thankfully all we did at the beach was stage it for a gathering point off the boat.... I'd go back cause the lake is plenty big and not overly crowded...So long as we had no reason to get off the boat... But be careful....There is water patrol so use your head here folks....

We had a wonderful time "roughing" it with some friends. This camp ground has everything you want,…read morefamily friendly, kiddy pool, lake, nice restrooms, laundry room, mini mini putt putt, camp store. We were there on July 3rd, they had a band, fireworks, and a 50/50.

Love love love this campground. Family run, family oriented safe and friendly place for kids of all…read moreages!! Kids activities, mom and dad activities. Corn hole mini golf, new pool, horse shoe pits. Small lake/pond for fishing and kayaking. Kayak rentals are available!! Laundry facilities. Live entertainment on the weekends. Who could ask for more??!!! My home away from home on the weekends!!!

Awesome lake community just north of Columbus. We have…read morefriends with a home and it just a lovely setting. The water is calm and beautiful. The neighborhoods are great, easy to walk and enjoyable to visit. Look forward to our next visit, and who knows, maybe a purchase down the road!

I wrote a email more than 2.5 weeks ago to the General Manager and Accounts Receivable.  No answer,…read moreso I politely followed it up a week ago.  Such a simple email to answer.  I wanted clarification.  Does Candlewood add a $7 fee for any paper check that is sent to them?  Members, using ACH have experienced Candlewood taking money out of their checking account long after they have moved. Others have had deductions for charges they have not known they had. I don't like having money deducted from my checking account when no statement is ever sent out.  I rarely contact the office and am patient when I do, but I have found them unresponsive.  How hard is it to hit reply to my email and answer my question  "is there a $6.95 fee for every paper check Candlewood lake receives"?  So 5 stars for the lake, 2 stars for the office averages to3.5 stars minus .5 stars for aggravation!

We reserved one of the full hookup sites online and stayed at the end of September 2025. The online…read morereservation site has all the details on lot size, electricity info, distance to showers, etc. However, it's limited in showing different dates, which is frustrating. Anyway, the check-in time is 3pm and check-out is 1pm. We paid fifty-three dollars per night for two adults and one dog, with a six fifty reservation charge. Check-in was easy, and the attendant was helpful; you just drive up to the office, check-in and go on your way. The layout is similar to a subdivision with cul-de-sacs and each spot having its own little yard, making it feel somewhat like camping in the woods. Our neighbors were quiet and most vehicles drove slowly. Everyone we met was pleasant and friendly. The camp itself was clean and easy to hook up. Bathrooms and showers were clean and there was plenty of toilet paper. Large trash bins were available along with gray water stations. The only thing I'd suggest is for the site identifiers to be repainted, as several had faded over time. We visited the beach, but didn't go swimming, given the temperature. The pond is catch and release and seemed maintained and not stagnant. The budget limitations need to be considered before passing judgment. We used bug spray every day and that seemed to help keep the bugs away. The site we booked had a level surface and plenty of room to back in. The water and electrical were easily accessible and worked fine. A lot of campers used an inline water filter. The water quality report is on the park website for anyone interested. The grass was well trodden, making a camp rug a must-have. There was also a fire pit with a grill attached, but we didn't use it to cook. Also, at the time, there wasn't a burn ban. Overall it was an enjoyable experience and we'll definitely return. It was fun to walk down the aisles and see all the setups and decorations and note future camp site options. How many campers are long-timers, it's hard to tell. But we were pleased and our dog loved exploring on our walks.

I came here for a beach day with a local women's group and was surprised by how welcoming the space…read morewas. There's plenty of parking anf a pavilion with restrooms. There were a few different food trucks lined up as well. I'll likely bring swim shoes next time because I didn't enjoy feeling the bottom of the creek, but I had a fun time floating around and lounging on the shore.

Very beautiful area…read more You can enjoy lunch and do some fishing. Plenary of partaking. Port a potty available.

This was my first time camping and when I tell you, this was the best experience I could ever have…read moreMiss Susan she was the sweetest person ever very informative and just made me feel comfortable There is a big swimming pool. The bathrooms are nice and clean, and there are plenty of things to do. We've met so many different people that helped us start a fire cause we didn't know how to start a fire or to keep it burning and then the store they sold everything that you could possibly may need if you forgot it at home they do sell firewood. It was nine dollars or five dollars a bundle, which I didn't think was too bad in the locals sell firewood as well. There were so many kids there and they had their dogs there and there is an opening down to the water and my dogs had a blast playing fetch in the water

Only had a short amount of time to visit, but this is a beautiful, easily accessible gem I…read more"discovered" on a weekend road trip up to this area. Plenty of hiking, biking, fishing and "exploring" options, along with a busy, well used campground. Fall here must be ESPECIALLY gorgeous with all the tree-lined trails. Wish I had more time, but loved what I saw, and hope to make it back up there again soon... ENJOY!!

We stayed here last July. My spouse (who is 6'3") and I slept terrible. His feet were completely…read moreoff the bed and we felt we had no room to move. We measure the mattress the last day- it's a FULL, not a QUEEN as advertised. I email them after to tell them I'm upset- never hear a word back. Now we were asked to meet family there again this summer and hoping they updated their beds to the size they claim so I email to ask- they email me back to say the beds are same and they are "industry size". They are FULLS and we have video and pics to prove it. I have been manipulated and should have demanded atleast a partial refund after our visit (having read up on the law and what it means them lying about size of beds). The beds in the cabins aren't queens like advertised. Beware! And contact me if you noticed this too.

this place is amazing for families. We rented a cabin and it was absolutely perfectly appointed…read more Very clean. The facility itself was gorgeous and the kids had a ton of fun. Lots of activities to do if you didn't want to spend your time in the lake but the lake was awesome! Only recommendation I would have would have to the park is maybe a few fun things for the teens as well. Maybe a night swim or ?? They are 14 and still had fun anyway!

We were reliving some fond memories of our youth. The lake was calm and beautiful. The trees were…read morebare due to the fact that winter was winding down. The end of spring and summer, the trees are full of green leaves and the bushes are full of raspberries and blackberries. You can fish for catfish, carp, sunfish, bluegill, and trout. There is an abundance of wildlife. This is a wonderful place to visit and make wonderful memories of your own.

Beautiful view of the lake from our campsite which has a nice level cement pad, a great picnic…read moretable, and a fire pit for an enjoyable evening fire. Since it's late September it's very quiet and peaceful. Loving it..

This review is for the Reservoir Lake itself and public facilities, did not stay in the campsite…read more Beautiful clean lake that promotes the natural habitat. Perfect for windsurfing, kiteboarding and water sports that do not require a power boat as they are prohibited from the area. Met some nice windsurfers from all over the world here - Hungry, Chilean, Brazilian... not something you would expect being away out in a small lake in Ohio, but a happy surprise. Beautiful scenery, but can tell a lot of people camp here and do not throw away all of their wrappers. The camp ground should enforce the campers to clean up their sites so this place can be preserved better. Great spot.